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Burn / ScaldNovember 13, 2008CPSC #09044

Cobra Electronics Recalls Children's Two-Way Radios with Rechargeable Batteries Due to Chemical Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively in Toys "R" Us Stores

Product
Batteries
Units affected
8,000
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

The recall involves two-way radios with the 300 mAh "CEL" batteries. The walkie talkie style radios are made of pink plastic and come in purple packaging. Product number PR191-2VP is located on the front of the packaging and on the label inside the battery compartment. The batteries are standard AAA Nickel Metal Hydride battery cells with a black wrapper with the battery name 300 mAh (CEL) with the date code (TF or RF) on the battery itself.

Hazard

The rechargeable batteries in the radios can leak electrolyte, posing a chemical burn hazard to consumers.

Injuries

None reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Toys "R" Us Stores nationwide from August 2008 through September 2008 for about $30.

Photos

Exhibit 1a: Recalled Two-Way Radios (front of package)Exhibit 1b: Recalled Two-Way Radios (back of package)Exhibit 1c: Recalled Two-Way Radio batteries
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